4 Non-Profits To Support During Pride Month

In a few days, it will be the fiftieth anniversary of the Stonewall Riots, As we remember those who fought and struggled to give us the rights that we enjoy today, we should also remember that many of our LGBTQ+ family members around the world are still struggling.

Here are a few LGBTQ+ non-profit organization to consider donating to this Pride Month.

THe Trevor Project

This is probably the most famous LGBTQ+ non-profit organization in the United States. This organization provides crisis intervention to LGBTQ+ persons under the age of 25. Additionally, they provide training for groups who work with LGBTQ young people, and provide support for those who may work with an at-risk LGBTQ+ child, teen, or young adult.

They also engage in research, and are committed to doing the most they can to preventing self-harm and suicide among LGBTQ+ youth. Their work is so important, because the youth in our community have historically had higher rates of suicide.

Also, this is the Academy Award-winning short film that led to the creation of the organization.

OutRight Action International

This organization fights for human rights across the globe. Currently, they are the only LGBTQ+ organization that works with the United Nations to advocate for human rights for LGBTIQ communities around the world. Not only do they advocate, but they document and research in order to better conditions for communities across the globe.